New Riff Distilling opens at Party Source

Take a look inside New Riff Distilling, the new distillery in the parking lot of the Party Source in Newport. Consulting Master Distiller Larry Ebersold talks with Production Manager and "Whiskey Philosopher" Jay Erisman by the fermentation tanks. David Sorcher for The Enquirer

Take a look inside New Riff Distilling, the new distillery in the parking lot of the Party Source in Newport. The 5,000 gallon fermentation tanks are ready to receive their first batches of whiskey. David Sorcher for The Enquirer

Take a look inside New Riff Distilling, the new distillery in the parking lot of the Party Source in Newport. The glass distilling tower reveals the inner workings of the distillery. David Sorcher for The Enquirer

Take a look inside New Riff Distilling, the new distillery in the parking lot of the Party Source in Newport. Contract workers make finally preparation on the mash cooker. David Sorcher for The Enquirer

Take a look inside New Riff Distilling, the new distillery in the parking lot of the Party Source in Newport. Consulting Master Distiller Larry Ebersold discusses aspects of the distilling tower with Head Distiller Brian Sprence. David Sorcher for The Enquirer

Take a look inside New Riff Distilling, the new distillery in the parking lot of the Party Source in Newport. The Tower Room opens onto a spacious and furnished rooftop patio. David Sorcher for The Enquirer

Take a look inside New Riff Distilling, the new distillery in the parking lot of the Party Source in Newport. Lighting fixtures and the New Riff logo on the wall of the Tower Room. David Sorcher for The Enquirer

Take a look inside New Riff Distilling, the new distillery in the parking lot of the Party Source in Newport. Furnishings in the Tower Room help create a comfortable environment. David Sorcher for The Enquirer

Take a look inside New Riff Distilling, the new distillery in the parking lot of the Party Source in Newport. The tasting area will soon be opened for sampling the product. David Sorcher for The Enquirer

Take a look inside New Riff Distilling, the new distillery in the parking lot of the Party Source in Newport. The gift shop offers branded glasses, articles of clothing and books on distilling history. David Sorcher for The Enquirer

Take a look inside New Riff Distilling, the new distillery in the parking lot of the Party Source in Newport. Distilling is a science that the lab at New Riff is prepared to handle. David Sorcher for The Enquirer

Take a look inside New Riff Distilling, the new distillery in the parking lot of the Party Source in Newport. Distilling is a science that the lab at New Riff is prepared to handle. David Sorcher for The Enquirer

Take a look inside New Riff Distilling, the new distillery in the parking lot of the Party Source in Newport. The Tower Room offers beer on tap to complement their fine distillations. David Sorcher for The Enquirer

Take a look inside New Riff Distilling, the new distillery in the parking lot of the Party Source in Newport. Glasses with the New Riff logo are available in the gift shop along with other items. David Sorcher for The Enquirer

Take a look inside New Riff Distilling, the new distillery in the parking lot of the Party Source in Newport.The Doubler Room on the second floor provides a space for meetings, conferences and workshops. David Sorcher for The Enquirer